Overview

Archimedes’ principle. Transformation of energy. The theory of relativity. Your name doesn't have to be Einstein to make an impact on the world of physics. Become a physics teacher and exert a positive force on our next generation of engineers, physicists, and other scientific thinkers.

Key Features

There is a growing shortage of qualified physics teachers in America's middle and high schools. If you have an analytical mind and a passion for understanding various aspects of the world we live in, you can help fill the void and discover a truly fulfilling career.Through Western Governors University's online B.S. Science Education, Secondary Physics degree program, you will learn the skills necessary to teach this content to students in junior high, middle school, or high school*.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Professional Educator
Assessing and Monitoring Student Learning
Learners and Learning Science
Personalized Learning for Inclusive Classrooms
Creating Positive Learning Environments

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 49 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Start dates are the 1st of every month. Meet requirements by the 15th to start next month.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Salt Lake City, United States

Disciplines

Education Physics View 23 other Bachelors in Physics in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students who are seeking initial teacher licensure in a bachelor’s, post-baccalaureate, or master’s program must also pass a state-specific basic skills test for the state in which they live as a prerequisite to Student Teaching. (Registering and paying for the test is the student’s responsibility.) This requirement can be met either prior to admission or before beginning the Foundations of Teaching subject area once you are in your WGU program.
WGU’s teacher licensure programs also include Student Teaching. You must be at least 18 years of age before you may begin the application process or participate in Clinical Experiences and Student Teaching. You must also submit to a criminal background check prior to entering the classroom for this component of your program.

Tuition Fee

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International

7650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3825 USD per semester during 49 months.
National

7650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3825 USD per semester during 49 months.
In-State

7650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3825 USD per semester during 49 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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